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Fast and secure messaging app

Telegram is an instant messaging with a focus on speed and security and a good alternative to WhatsApp. Telegram supports group chats with up to 200 contacts, puts a strong emphasis on security and provides generous multimedia support.

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Telegram is an instant messaging with a focus on speed and security and a good alternative to WhatsApp. Telegram supports group chats with up to 200 contacts, puts a strong emphasis on security and provides generous multimedia support.

High level of privacy and security

One of Telegram's main focus is security and privacy compared to WhatsApp. For example, Telegram features something called "Secret Chats" - an encrypted chat connection that self-destructs messages similar to SnapChat and prevents others from intercepting them. There is even a self-destruct option that will delete your whole account if you don't log in for a set length of time.

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It was this security that started attracting users to Telegram in the first place, and WhatsApp now owned by Facebook, this looks set to increase. The developers also claim that they do not sell or share user data with third-parties, there is no in-app advertising and yet it's completely free to use.

Send files up to 1.5GB

Telegram also features a good level of multimedia support with up to 100 people and allows sharing of all file types up to 1.5GB although you may find uploading and downloading quite slow. You can send batches of photos rather than just one at a time and you can store pretty much as many images as you want because Telegram allows unlimited online storage.

Like WhatsApp, Telegram also supports leaving brief voice messages although unlike applications such as Skype, you can't actually make voice calls.

An excellent secure alternative to WhatsApp

As a free alternative to WhatsApp, that offers more security, Telegram is a very interesting proposition.

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User reviews about Telegram

by Nischith A C

In desktop telegram call is not supporting we are unable to login with multi number like mobile version and we need v... MoreIn desktop telegram call is not supporting we are unable to login with multi number like mobile version and we need voice message option in telegram mainly it should voice call if i tried to call its just hanged and telegram application will disconnect from pc please improve in it

reviewed on August 27, 2018

by Bethany Lim

The interface of both Telegram software and app is really commendable! It has simple but very neat design that will m... MoreThe interface of both Telegram software and app is really commendable! It has simple but very neat design that will make you enjoy chatting and communicating with your friend, family and relatives. I just wish that they would add an option of video calls so users can maximize the communication time.

reviewed on August 9, 2018

by mohammed sagoe

I am a huge fan and user of this software! I just love all the features and functions that Telegram offers to its use... MoreI am a huge fan and user of this software! I just love all the features and functions that Telegram offers to its users. They really provide a quality software and great service to all of their users. This really works well with almost all of devices like iPhone, Windows, Mac, and Android.

reviewed on August 9, 2018

by Leila Almasi

Telegram really works well with any platform and Web browser so users don't have to worry about Telegram's compatibil... MoreTelegram really works well with any platform and Web browser so users don't have to worry about Telegram's compatibility. What I love the most about Telegram is it's encryption features and transparency which really sets them apart from all of the other instant messaging software and apps.This is the best!

reviewed on August 9, 2018

by Amit Kummar

I am very thankful that I have the opportunity to experience the incredible features of Telegram! This messaging app ... MoreI am very thankful that I have the opportunity to experience the incredible features of Telegram! This messaging app is thousand times better than the popular messaging software like Messenger, WhatsApp etc. Telegram's interface and messaging system is incredibly fast. I don't even remember a time wherein I experienced bugs and glitches while using this.

reviewed on August 9, 2018

by Janine Burke

In all honesty, Telegram is the best cloud-based instant messaging app! In terms of usability, features and security ... MoreIn all honesty, Telegram is the best cloud-based instant messaging app! In terms of usability, features and security this software provides it better than most of the popular instant messaging app in the world. I really love its simple and clean design that is just very pleasing to see in eyes.